Specialist Anaesthetist (Consultant)

Job Title – Specialist Anaesthetist 

Location – Victoria
Employment Type – Fixed-term 24 months
Salary – as per AMA Victoria Public Health Sector Agreement

The Job

Are you an experienced Specialist Anaesthetist looking for an exciting opportunity in a leading regional hospital? BDI Resourcing are seeking a dedicated Staff Specialist Anaesthetist to join a dynamic Anaesthetics Department in Victoria.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a modern 280-bed hospital providing anaesthetic services across a variety of specialties, including:

• General Surgery
• Orthopaedics
• ENT
• Dental
• Obstetrics & Gynaecology
• Paediatrics
• Urology
• Gastroenterology
• Psychiatry

As a Specialist Anaesthetist, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality anaesthetic and perioperative care, supporting a multidisciplinary team, and contributing to education, training, and service development.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive anaesthetic care across a range of surgical specialties.
• Manage pre-anaesthesia assessment, intraoperative anaesthesia, and post-operative pain management.
• Support emergency and trauma resuscitation within the hospital.
• Participate in the on-call roster for emergency and elective cases.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, intensivists, and nursing staff.
• Supervise and mentor junior medical staff and anaesthetic trainees.
• Contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement, and risk management initiatives.
• Engage in medical education and research, including teaching medical students and junior doctors.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team, where you will have the autonomy to develop special interests while working in a progressive regional healthcare setting.

The Hospital

The hospital is a regional referral hospital and provides comprehensive healthcare services across multiple campuses.

State-of-the-art 280-bed hospital with modern facilities, including:
Four operating theatres
In-house MRI and CT services
A leading clinical skills laboratory
A strong focus on training, education, and research

The hospital is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, and is a key regional hub for medical training and innovation.

The Location 

The location offers a relaxed lifestyle with excellent amenities.

Beautiful natural landscapes with parks, rivers, and outdoor recreation.
Affordable housing and a strong sense of community.
Excellent schools, making it ideal for families.
Only 2 hours from Melbourne, providing easy access to the city.
Vibrant food and wine scene, with renowned local produce.

Whether you enjoy outdoor activities, cultural experiences, or a peaceful rural lifestyle, this location has something for everyone.

Requirements

To apply for this role, you must have:
Fellowship of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (FANZCA).
Current registration or eligibility for registration with AHPRA as a Specialist Anaesthetist.
Experience in a broad range of anaesthetic procedures, including perioperative and pain management.
A commitment to teaching, training, and clinical leadership.
Strong communication and teamwork skills to work within a multidisciplinary environment.
A dedication to continuous professional development and quality improvement.

Relocation Benefits for UK Applicants

The hospital welcomes international specialists, providing:

• Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance.
• A supportive transition into the Australian healthcare system.
• A competitive salary and generous leave entitlements.
• Opportunities for career progression and leadership roles.

How BDI Resourcing Can Support You

When applying through BDI Resourcing, you will receive:
✅ CV and interview preparation tailored to the role.
✅ Contract and salary negotiations.
✅ Visa application support (if applicable).
✅ Relocation assistance, including accommodation sourcing and school placements.

How to Apply

To apply for this Specialist Anaesthetist role, send your CV to aus@bdiresourcing.com.